IDENTIFYING AND AVOIDING PHONE SCAMS

Every year, people report fraud, identity theft and bad business practices to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and law enforcement partners. According to FTC data, more than 2.8 million people reported fraud in 2021, and 1 in 4 said they also lost money. The median loss in scams that start

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Purchasing Prescriptions Online

Only 3% of online pharmacies are reviewed by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy in compliance with U.S. pharmacy laws and standards. With this in mind, many online sources for purchasing medication may not be licensed pharmacies or may not actually be pharmacies at all. As a result, diagnoses

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Pick a Safe Password

A Balancing Act Between Memorable and Complex Thinking of a new password can be frustrating—every service and website seems to have different requirements about length, complexity and special characters. In order to secure yourself against hackers, it’s important to think of a password that’s both memorable and complex. Most websites

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Teen Traveling Alone? Remember These Tips

Auto Insurance Guidance If your teen will be driving on their trip, have them review these auto insurance considerations: Always have your insurance ID card, title and registration in your vehicle at all times. If you have an accident, call 911 for emergencies or the police for nonemergencies. Then, call

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Cyber Liability Insurance Coverage

As technology becomes increasingly important for successful business operations, the value of a strong cyber liability insurance policy will only continue to grow. The continued rise in the amount of information stored and transferred electronically has resulted in a remarkable increase in the potential exposures facing businesses. In an age

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Reducing Winter Utility Bills

Look for and seal any areas where heat may escape from your home, especially around windows and doors. Use a programmable thermostat to automatically lower the temperature when you are away from home. Check the temperature setting of your water heater and insulate it to prevent heat loss. Ensure that

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